Asthma Care

Asthma & Allergy Management

Our practice provides a comprehensive asthma and allergy management program for our patients. Our pediatricians are trained in the diagnosis and management of childhood asthma and allergies. Diagnosis is usually made during a sick visit when a child is wheezing or exhibiting symptoms of asthma and allergies. Occasionally, we may diagnose your child with asthma or allergies during a preventive care visit based on patient or parent concerns or our exam findings.  If you are not taking your child to a pulmonologist or an asthma specialist, they will need to follow up with us 1-4 times a year in addition to their annual well visit for asthma management. 

Asthma Education

During asthma education, we teach about environmental controls and avoidance of triggers. We watch your child using his/her inhaler to confirm it is being used correctly. Information about caring for the medication devices that your child uses is provided and reviewed at every visit. If your child is not under the care of a pulmonolgist or asthma specialist, we will provide an Asthma Action Plan for your child for school and will provide a Food Allergy Action Plan if needed.  Please ask the specialist to send us a copy of these plans if they are caring for your child. 

Maintenance Visits

Children with asthma should be seen in our office every 3-12 months depending on their severity of illness and their asthma control. Regular visits are required in order for us to evaluate your child prior to medication refills.